New York – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) today announced the appointment of Michael D. Armstrong as Executive Vice President and General Manager, Revenue and Emerging Brands. In this role, he adds oversight of International Program Sales and Affiliate Sales to his role. With this expanded remit, Arran Tindall, SVP, Commercial and Content Distribution, will step up to lead International Affiliate Sales and Caroline Beaton, SVP, of International Program and Format Sales will now both … [Read more...] about Viacom announces new EVP and GM
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Nickelodeon greenlights “Peter Rabbit” S2
New York - Nickelodeon and independent media company Silvergate Media have announced the greenlight of a second season (26 episodes, two half-hour specials) of the hit animated preschool series Peter Rabbit. Launched on Nickelodeon in December 2012,Peter Rabbit is based on the characters created by Beatrix Potter in her classic children's series The Tales of Peter Rabbit. Peter Rabbit is produced in conjunction with Silvergate Media and animated by Brown Bag Films. "Peter Rabbit has captured the … [Read more...] about Nickelodeon greenlights “Peter Rabbit” S2
Ted Lai becomes EVP of BBC Asia
BBC Worldwide announced that Ted Lai is joining the company as Executive Vice-President (EVP) for Asia, with effect from 1 December 2011. Lai will be based in Hong Kong and will report to Steve Macallister, President & Managing Director Worldwide Sales & Distribution and the Managing Director responsible for Asia. This appointment is the final one in a line-up of three newly appointed regional EVPs. Fred Medina was appointed for Latin America and Joerg Bachmaier for EMEA earlier this month. All … [Read more...] about Ted Lai becomes EVP of BBC Asia
Sony Pictures Television names Todd Miller EVP, Networks, Asia Pacific
Hong Kong - Sony Pictures Television (SPT) has named Todd Miller executive vice president, networks, Asia-Pacific. Based at SPT’s Asia headquarters in Hong Kong, Miller will oversee the company’s television networks business in all of Asia-Pacific, plus its investments in channels in Australia. Additionally, Miller will join the board of directors of SPT’s India joint venture, Multi Screen Media Private Limited (Multi Screen). Miller reports to Andy Kaplan, SPT’s networks … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Television names Todd Miller EVP, Networks, Asia Pacific
